Cleveland Launcher XL
The Cleveland Launcher XL is a game-improvement iron set from 2021. It is cast. It has strong offset, a thick topline and a wide sole. It is rated for swing speeds of 60 to 100 mph and handicaps of 12 to 36. It listed at $650 when it launched in 2021. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Cleveland Launcher XL specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Cleveland |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2021 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $650 |
| Type | Game improvement |
| Construction | Cast |
| Material | 17-4 stainless steel |
| Set make-up | 5-PW, DW |
| 7-iron loft | 29° |
| Offset | Strong |
| Topline | Thick |
| Sole width | Wide |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 60 to 100 mph |
| Handicap range | 12 to 36 |
| Forgiveness rating | 9 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 3 out of 10 |
| Feel rating | 6 out of 10 |
| Key technology | XL Head Design and MainFrame face |
No longer made: look for it used.
- Check the return policy before you buy.
- Ask for photos of the face, crown and sole.
- Fake heads and shafts exist. Be wary of prices far below the others and of sellers you do not know.
- Shops that grade condition, like 2nd Swing and GlobalGolf, make returns easier.
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Where these specs come from
Partly verified. We have source pages for this model, but it does not yet meet all of our checks for the verified tier.
Specs read from globalgolf.com
Model confirmed on globalgolf.com, golfwrx.com, mygolfspy.com
Where the fit profile comes from
1 of 9 fit values come from Cleveland or a published rule. The rest are our own ratings. We couldn't read Cleveland's page for this model.
| Type | game-improvement | Our rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | high | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Rule R-IRN-SPIN |
| Forgiveness | 9 | Our rating |
| Workability | 3 | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 12-36 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 60-100 mph | Our rating |
Who the Cleveland Launcher XL suits
- Golfers who want help with distance and mishits.
- Its workability rating is 3 out of 10, so it is not the club for shaping shots on purpose.
- Above 100 mph is outside the swing speed range we rate it for.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Cleveland Launcher XL
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Maltby KE4 MaxMaltby2022 · $450 · 60 to 100 mph
- Wilson Staff DYNAPWR MaxWilson Staff2025 · $800 · 55 to 95 mph
- Takomo 101 MKIITakomo2026 · $579 · 65 to 100 mph
- Takomo 101Takomo2021 · $500 · 65 to 105 mph
Cleveland Launcher XL: common questions
Who is the Cleveland Launcher XL for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 60 to 100 mph and handicaps of 12 to 36. Golfers who want help with distance and mishits.
How much does the Cleveland Launcher XL cost?
It listed at about $650 at launch in 2021. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Cleveland Launcher XL forgiving?
We rate its forgiveness 9 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Cleveland Launcher XL?
Similar irons in our catalog include the Maltby KE4 Max (2022), the Wilson Staff DYNAPWR Max (2025), the Takomo 101 MKII (2026) and the Takomo 101 (2021).
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